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Stories from March 5, 2023

How dangerous is turbulence on airplanes? Here's what you need to know

How dangerous is turbulence on airplanes? Here's what you need to know

Over the past week, turbulence caused one death on a business jet and seven hospitalizations on a commercial flight. Here's what to know about how to keep yourself safe and why turbulence happens.
by Kaitlyn Radde

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Despite Republicans cooling on him, CPAC is still the Trump show

Despite Republicans cooling on him, CPAC is still the Trump show

The Conservative Political Action Conference wrapped up Saturday with a speech by former President Donald Trump. Conference-goers cheered Trump even though his popularity within the party is waning.
by Elena Moore

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Anthony Edwards scores 27 points, Timberwolves edge Kings

Anthony Edwards scores 27 points, Timberwolves edge Kings

Anthony Edwards scored 27 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat Sacramento 138-134 on Saturday night to snap the Kings’ winning streak at five games.
by The Associated Press

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Gustavsson gets 2nd shutout as Wild beat Flames 3-0

Gustavsson gets 2nd shutout as Wild beat Flames 3-0

Joel Eriksson Ek and Matt Boldy each had a goal and an assist, and Filip Gustavsson stopped 31 shots for his second shutout of the season as the Minnesota Wild beat the Calgary Flames 3-0 on Saturday night for their fourth straight win.
by The Associated Press

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Meet the volunteers bringing relief to the residents of embattled Bakhmut, Ukraine

Meet the volunteers bringing relief to the residents of embattled Bakhmut, Ukraine

Photographer Natalie Keyssar recounts the work of The Angels of Salvation, a group of volunteers dedicated to bringing aid to and helping to evacuate civilians in Ukraine's Donetsk region.
by Natalie Keyssar and Grace Widyatmadja

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Minnesota transit agency is testing a new electric bus from Turkey 

Minnesota transit agency is testing a new electric bus from Turkey 

The shape of things to come in public transportation looks like a big loaf of bread on little wheels, if a new electric bus being tested by the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority is any indication. 
by Tim Nelson

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6 scholars explain what a real climate solution is

6 scholars explain what a real climate solution is

We asked six climate experts what questions you should ask yourself whenever you come across something claiming to be a "climate solution."
by Julia Simon

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Stillwater police: Suspect killed after firing at officers

Stillwater police: Suspect killed after firing at officers

Stillwater Police Chief Brian Mueller said when police arrived at the Curve Crest Villas apartment complex, the male suspect had already shot many rounds, injuring others.
by MPR News Staff

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Activist Judy Heumann led a reimagining of what it means to be disabled

Activist Judy Heumann led a reimagining of what it means to be disabled

Heumann was instrumental in pushing to expand the civil rights of Americans with disabilities and continued to advocate for disability rights around the globe. She died on Saturday at age 75.
by Joseph Shapiro

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Rain and snow arrive Sunday afternoon; precipitation continues into Monday

Rain and snow arrive Sunday afternoon; precipitation continues into Monday

Our chances of rain and snow increase as we go through Sunday afternoon and evening, with precipitation continuing into Monday in many areas. We have the updated forecast details.
by Ron Trenda

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